traeger smoked turkey

With perfectly crispy skin, juicy &amp; tender meat, and incredible smoky flavor – you’ll want to make this smoked turkey for all your family gatherings.

How to smoke a turkey on a traeger

sea salt

butter

turkey

Preheat the Traeger grill to 225 degrees f with lid closed for 15 minutes.

While the grill is preheating, prepare the turkey and season inside and out generously with kosher or sea salt.

Place butter under the turkey skin. The butter will be used to baste the turkey periodically throughout the cooking process. And it makes an excellent gravy too!

Place the turkey inside of the roasting pan and fill with your favorite stuffing.

Add the turkey to the Traeger and smoke at 225 degrees for 2 1/2 to 3 hours.

Change the temperature to 350 degrees and cook for 3 1/2 to 4 hours. Baste the turkey with the butter and drippings periodically.

The turkey will be finished when the internal temperature of the turkey breast reaches 165 degrees f and the internal temperature is 175℉ in the thigh next to the bone.

Remove from the grill and allow to rest for about 30 minutes before serving.

Turkey perfection is happening with this wet brined Traeger smoked turkey. Soaking the turkey in a brine bath will guarantee a juicy, tender, succulent turkey. The Traeger grill will make this the easiest, most amazing smoked turkey ever.

Wet Brined Traeger Smoked Turkey

turkey (18

kosher salt (or 3/4 cup table salt)

brown sugar

water

water (or enough to cover the turkey)

onion,

lemon

garlic

rosemary and sage (a few sprigs of each)

peppercorns

lemons, oranges, onions, and garlic

Remove the giblet and gravy package from inside...

Remove the giblet and gravy package from inside the cavity of the turkey. Remove or discard any plastic or metal cages or pop-up thermometers.

Get a container that is large enough to...

Get a container that is large enough to hold the turkey and enough water to cover the turkey. Mix the salt, sugar, and hot water until dissolved. Add cold water or ice to cool the brine down.

Place the turkey in the container and add...

Place the turkey in the container and add the brining liquid. If you want to add additional aromatics like peppercorns, sliced onions, lemons, and bay leaves, do that as well. 

Top the container with the cold water. Make...

Top the container with the cold water. Make sure the turkey is completely submerged. Cover and refrigerate overnight. 

Open the grill lid. Turn the power switch...

Open the grill lid. Turn the power switch on and set the dial to smoke. Wait 4 to 5 minutes until the fire starts.

When the fire starts, set the temperature to...

When the fire starts, set the temperature to 225°F and close the lid. Let the Traeger pre-heat for 15 minutes.

Rinse the turkey and pat it dry. Place...

Rinse the turkey and pat it dry. Place the turkey in a roasting pan and cover it with the softened butter. Make sure you get some of the butter underneath the skin.

Stuff the cavity of the bird with onion,...

Stuff the cavity of the bird with onion, lemon, garlic cloves, and fresh herbs. Put the turkey in a roasting pan. 

When the Traeger is hot, place it on...

When the Traeger is hot, place it on the grill and stick a leave-in thermometer into the thickest part of the breast. Close the lid.

Smoke the turkey until it reaches 110°F (this...

Smoke the turkey until it reaches 110°F (this usually takes about 1-1/2 to 3 hours depending on the size of your bird).

Increase the temperature on the Traeger to 350°F...

Increase the temperature on the Traeger to 350°F and cook until the temperature reaches 165°F (This usually takes 2-1/2 to 3-1/2 hours for an 18-20 pound bird) (see notes).

Remove the turkey from the grill, cover with...

Remove the turkey from the grill, cover with foil and let rest for 20 minutes. 

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Learn how to make an amazingly juicy, Traeger smoked turkey breast.

Traeger Smoked Turkey Breast

unsalted butter ((melted))

avocado oil

tbsp orange juice

lemon juice

Worcestershire sauce

garlic powder

cayenne pepper ((or black pepper))

lbs turkey breast

tbsp Tajin seasoning

tsp creole seasoning

sage

tbsp smoked paprika

tsp sea salt

tsp black pepper

prepare/inject marinade

Whisk turkey marinade injection ingredients together until combined. Using a Marinade Injecting Syringe (paid link), inject the marinade into the turkey breast.

season turkey

When there&#39;s approximately 1/4 cup of marinade left, stir the turkey seasoning ingredients into the marinade to make a paste. Rub this paste all over the turkey breast, including the cavity. At this point, cover and refrigerate the turkey for one hour or more to let the flavors penetrate the meat.

smoke turkey

Bring the turkey to room temperature. Heat Traeger to 225° F. When the smoker is ready, place the turkey directly on the grill and stick the probe into the thickest part of the turkey breast. Set the probe temperature to 165° F. Use Super Smoke if you have that option. Smoke until the probe reaches 165° F.

rest turkey

Tent the turkey breast with foil and allow it to rest for approximately 10 minutes before slicing. 

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